Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum solutions for 2026's most complex challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery. As our Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen quantum algorithms and mentor a cross-disciplinary team pushing the boundaries of possibility. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and collaborates with NASA, IBM, and MIT. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and dedicated R&D funding.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Lead 8-person R&D team across quantum physics, AI, and materials science domains
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals annually
- Develop quantum error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit stability and scalability
- Present findings at global quantum summits (IEEE, Q2B)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computational Mathematics
- 5+ years experience with superconducting qubits or trapped-ion systems
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# frameworks
- Track record of securing government research grants
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience leading cross-functional technical teams
- Patents in quantum algorithms or hardware design (preferred)